1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Azure | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2110 mm |