1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 545 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Azure | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3190 mm |