2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore 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 336 more horse power than 1971 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore. 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 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Azure | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
