2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex 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 421 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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 833 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Rex 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 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Azure | Rex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 1930 mm |
