2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 361 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Bentley | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Azure | Rural |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
