2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour 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 283 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
