2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 336 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 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 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1963 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
| Model | Azure | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
