1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 1999 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 55 | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 875 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |