1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 342 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 60 | Azure |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 402 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |