2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald 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 412 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1933 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. 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) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald 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 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Azure | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 29 L |
