1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Azure | Europa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |
