2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 189 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 905 kg more than 1976 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman 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 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
