1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1995 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1995 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 95 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |