2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Azure | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
Model | Azure | Viscount |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2740 mm |