2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 335 kg more than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3800 mm |
