2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 203 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| 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 | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 111 L |
