1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1355 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.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 | 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 55 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
