1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 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 284 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Bentley | Talbot |
Model | Azure | 2500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |