1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 508 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 95 | Exp Speed 8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
