1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 1996 Bentley Azure and 1996 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Outback 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 | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Azure | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
