1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1953 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1953 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Bentley | Packard |
| Model | Azure | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3230 mm |
