2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon 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 295 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |