2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1991 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Statesman 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 228 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1991 Holden Statesman. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1991 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
