2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado, 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 8192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
