1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 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 261 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 775 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | 40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |