2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark 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 255 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Azure | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Skylark |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |