2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi 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 379 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Bentley | Austin |
| Model | Azure | Maxi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
