2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 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 1693 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818.
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 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | 818 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2320 mm |
