1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 165 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Lagonda | Azure |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6761 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3120 mm |
