2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK 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 335 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
