2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Centura 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 283 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura. 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1971 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | Centura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
