2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD 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 391 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1953 MG TD. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Azure | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2390 mm |
