2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 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 305 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. 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 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 260 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
