1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1951 BMW 340
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1951 BMW 340. 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.
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1999 Bentley Azure | 1951 BMW 340 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 340 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |