2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB 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 (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1952 MG YB. 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Azure | YB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
