1964 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 315 kg more than 1964 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin Princess 2013 Bentley Continental
Make Austin Bentley
Model Princess Continental
Year Released 1964 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 567 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 2495 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2227 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1403 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2746 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 90 L


 

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