2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1961 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome 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 372 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2132 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1961 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1961 Berkeley Twosome 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 | 1961 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Bentley | Berkeley |
| Model | Azure | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 1780 mm |
