1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Greyhound | Azure |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 452 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 96 L |