1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1968 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 GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 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 | 552 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
