2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS 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 231 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS 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 | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
