2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1949 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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2001 Bentley Azure | 1949 BMW 340 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 340 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 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 | 5350 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |