2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Azure | 30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |
