2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 225 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Bentley | Avanti |
Model | Azure | Avanti |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |