1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Bentley State Limousine
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2340 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2002 Bentley State Limousine | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 40 | State Limousine |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
