2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Azure | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3080 mm |