1996 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S6 | Azure |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |