2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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) has 391 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Rekord 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Azure | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
