2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Lincoln Continental. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (465 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1971 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | Azure | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 7536 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2980 mm |