1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal 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 267 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1987 Buick Regal, 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Regal |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |