1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 1988 Lexus LS | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Azure | LS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |