1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |