1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 has manual transmission. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | Dyane 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 25 L |
