1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 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 313 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | 912 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2220 mm |
