2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 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 292 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1979 Renault 5. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 5 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 | 1979 Renault 5 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 56 L |