2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2005 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1958 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Steyr |
Model | Azure | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 1850 mm |