2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 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 346 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda RX-7 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Azure | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2292 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |