2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 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 (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | 1300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2200 mm |