2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair 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 340 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 1990 Ford Corsair, 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 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Corsair 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 | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Corsair |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1974 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |