2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza 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 314 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1905 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. 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 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1977 Opel Monza | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Azure | Monza |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 43 L |