2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 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 264 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. 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 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1956 BMW 501 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 501 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |