1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 99 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
