2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere 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 246 more horse power than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 910 kg more than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. 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.
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2003 Bentley Azure | 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | |
Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
Model | Azure | Belvedere |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2930 mm |