2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
