2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Morgan 4

To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 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 317 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4. 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1978 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Morgan 4 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 1978 Morgan 4
Make Bentley Morgan
Model Azure 4
Year Released 2003 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 402 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2450 mm


 

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