2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada 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 323 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
