2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 341 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2195 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |