2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |