2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504.
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 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Azure | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
