2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 304 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3869 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 79 L |