1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada 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 261 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 835 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |