1958 Austin A135 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 A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 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 252 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Austin A135. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A135 | Azure |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
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 Weight | 2080 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2970 mm |