1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2003 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2003 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 99 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
