2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Torana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
