2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Azure | Record |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |