2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown 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 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. 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 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Crown 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 | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1453 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 | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2540 mm |