1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun Laurel 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 278 more horse power than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Datsun Laurel. 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 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1973 Datsun Laurel has manual transmission. 1973 Datsun Laurel 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 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
Make | Bentley | Datsun |
Model | Azure | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
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 | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |