1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 950 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 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S6 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3117 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |
