1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP) has 540 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1964 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
