2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 232 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 925 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 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 (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Azure | MK II |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |