2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 66 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 346 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1975 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1975 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 66 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
