2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 387 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Azure | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2270 mm |
