1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1999 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 55 | Azure |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |