2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure 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) has 376 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam.
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, 2011 Ford Bantam, 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 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Bantam 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 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
