2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane 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 302 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |