2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
