2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1980 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon 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 342 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. 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 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Azure 1980 Ford Falcon
Make Bentley Ford
Model Azure Falcon
Year Released 2009 1980
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 3273 cc
Horse Power 451 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 876 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2830 mm


 

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