1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2746 mm |
