2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408.
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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Azure | 408 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2910 mm |