1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 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 568 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 35 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 90 L |
