2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 940 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
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 (800 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | 350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
