2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1969 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1969 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 1969 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Azure | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |
