2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Lincoln Continental. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 472 kg more than 1959 Lincoln Continental. 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1959 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | Azure | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 349 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3330 mm |