2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1946 Bristol 450
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1946 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1946 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1946 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.
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2004 Bentley Azure | 1946 Bristol 450 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Azure | 450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 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 | 153 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
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 |