2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen 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 369 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1908 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. 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 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Bentley | TVR |
Model | Azure | Vixen |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1599 cc |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.6 mm |
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 | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 58 L |