1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 47 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1533 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 55 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
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 | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |