2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic 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 390 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic.
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, 1973 Honda Civic, 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 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2210 mm |
