1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 95 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 108 L |
