1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 41 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1094 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 95 | Hunaudieres |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 615 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
