2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. 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. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Bentley Azure | 1969 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Azure | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |