2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.

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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Azure 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Azure Camaro
Year Released 2009 1973
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 738 Nm 379 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2760 mm


 

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