2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. 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 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2483 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 54 L |
