1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | 250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
