2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 372 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2083 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Azure | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |
