2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont 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 362 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
Model | Azure | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2530 mm |