2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 263 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | Charger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
