2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1967 Bristol 409
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 6,761 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 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1967 Bristol 409 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Azure | 409 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 81 L |