1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (710 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1969 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | Calais |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 82 L |
