2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1979 Holden GTS

To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Bentley Azure 1979 Holden GTS
Make Bentley Holden
Model Azure GTS
Year Released 2007 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 4141 cc
Horse Power 452 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4550 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2830 mm


 

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