2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford 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 401 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. 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 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Bentley | Morris |
Model | Azure | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |