1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 35 | Azure |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2970 mm |