2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 343 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Azure | P4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2638 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 105 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 52 L |