2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban 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 321 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Azure | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3300 mm |
