2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Bristol 412
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 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 231 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Bristol 412. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Azure | 1977 Bristol 412 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Azure | 412 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |