2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2205 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 844 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2090 mm |
