1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type 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 151 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 920 kg more than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1972 Jaguar E Type has manual transmission. 1972 Jaguar E Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Azure | E Type |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |