2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen 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 302 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 965 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |
