2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 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 358 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Azure | 626 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |