1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |