1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1353 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.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 | 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 55 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
