2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba 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 318 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Azure | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2930 mm |