1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure 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 140 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 422 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Flex |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2995 mm |