2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 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 329 more horse power than 1977 BMW 320. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1977 BMW 320. 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 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 320. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 320. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 320 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 | 1977 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 52 L |
