2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
