1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 995 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.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 99 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |