1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 920 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 Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2003 Bentley Continental 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 Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2003 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 99 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
