1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
