1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (287 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1995 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 1995 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS, 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 2005 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | DTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2940 mm |
