2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 242 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1433 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1980 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Bentley | TVR |
| Model | Azure | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2390 mm |
