2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 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 417 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bentley | DAF |
| Model | Azure | 44 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2260 mm |
