2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore 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 352 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore.
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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Commodore. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Azure | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
