1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 872 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
