2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 295 kg more than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 120 L |