2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1579 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21. 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G21. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G21. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1970 Ginetta G21 has manual transmission. 1970 Ginetta G21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ginetta |
| Model | Azure | G21 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2320 mm |
