2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 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 416 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
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 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1968 Volkswagen 1303 has manual transmission. 1968 Volkswagen 1303 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Azure | 1303 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
