2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZAZ 966 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 425 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1955 kg more than 1972 ZAZ 966. 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 823 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1972 ZAZ 966 has manual transmission. 1972 ZAZ 966 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 | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Bentley | ZAZ |
| Model | Azure | 966 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 885 cc |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2170 mm |
