2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman 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 269 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
