2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 30 kg more than 1944 Packard 12. 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. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Bentley Azure | 1944 Packard 12 | |
Make | Bentley | Packard |
Model | Azure | 12 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3440 mm |