2005 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 279 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 894 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Azure | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
