1959 Bentley S2 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bentley S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bentley S2 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 532 kg more than 1959 Bentley S2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bentley S2 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | S2 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2970 mm |
