2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 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 334 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. 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 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 740 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.
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2008 Bentley Azure | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Azure | 740 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2780 mm |