2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude 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 1805 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 2008 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | Prelude |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |