1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 40 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 96 L |
