1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira 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 316 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira, 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Azure | Camira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
