1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 288 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 870 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Caprice |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2950 mm |