1966 Austin A 60 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 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 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) has 361 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1966 Austin A 60. 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 752 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 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 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 2002 Bentley Continental T | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Continental T |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 421 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
