2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1975 Volvo 260

To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 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 304 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1975 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1975 Volvo 260 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 1975 Volvo 260
Make Bentley Volvo
Model Azure 260
Year Released 2009 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 876 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2660 mm


 

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