2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 265 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Azure | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |