2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Azure | 929 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |