2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | HD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
