2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1979 Peugeot 505

To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.

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 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505
Make Bentley Peugeot
Model Azure 505
Year Released 2007 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6760 cc 2498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2910 mm


 

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