1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2001 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Greyhound | Azure |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
