2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 312 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3797 cc |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |