1995 Acura Legend vs. 1998 Bentley Azure

To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 1998 Bentley Azure
Make Acura Bentley
Model Legend Azure
Year Released 1995 1998
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 6745 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 200 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 104.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 99.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2970 mm


 

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