1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
| Model | 100 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
