2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II 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 331 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II. 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 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | MK II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2483 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
