2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. 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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Azure | P5B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |