2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 85 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Bentley Azure | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Azure | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |