2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1949 Bristol 450
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1949 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1949 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Azure | 450 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
