1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1998 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 335 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1998 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 94 L |
