1982 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina.
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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Marina | Azure |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3120 mm |
