2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 845 kg more than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3310 mm |
