2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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 (876 Nm) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 2002 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
