2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1952 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1952 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Azure | 401 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
