1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | 968 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3117 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 96 L |
