2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 252 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Dart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
