1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Lotus | Bentley |
Model | Seven | Azure |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 96 L |