2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type 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 276 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jaguar C-Type. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type 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 | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
