1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 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 249 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 604. 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Azure | 604 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |