2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 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 267 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1907 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1985 Caterham 1700 has manual transmission. 1985 Caterham 1700 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 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Bentley | Caterham |
| Model | Azure | 1700 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2240 mm |
