1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 1999 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1999 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 90 | Continental |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |