1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino 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 234 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 458 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Torino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 76 L |
