2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
