1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Azure | Rekord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |