2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Bentley | Morris |
| Model | Azure | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |
