2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
