2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro.
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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Azure | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |