2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. (385 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta has manual transmission. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
| Make | Bentley | Monteverdi |
| Model | Azure | Berlinetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
