2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon 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 330 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon.
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 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Falcon 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 | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
