2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 361 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |
