1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 55 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |