2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1956 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5279 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3110 mm |
