2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 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 113 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (289 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Azure | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |
