2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1289 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |