1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 356 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 328 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1961 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2130 mm |
