2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino 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 1140 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
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, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, 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) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (271 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Azure | El Camino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2980 mm |
