1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP) has 411 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |
