1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1961 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 55 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |
