1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
