2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1952 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1952 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4066 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3090 mm |
