2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1987 Chrysler TC
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler TC 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 200 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler TC. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 976 kg more than 1987 Chrysler TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler TC. (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Azure | 1987 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | TC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
