2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1958 Bristol 405
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405. 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 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1958 Bristol 405 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Azure | 405 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |