2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial 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 174 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 50 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3800 mm |
