1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Bentley Continental T
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1688 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 2002 Bentley Continental T | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental T |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |