2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1980 Buick Century

To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century 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 298 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Azure 1980 Buick Century
Make Bentley Buick
Model Azure Century
Year Released 2003 1980
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 3213 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 402 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2760 mm


 

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