1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 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 313 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | 15 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 38 L |