1975 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 412 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1672 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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 874 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri 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:
1975 Ford Capri | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Capri | Azure |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |