1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure 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 164 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1998 Buick Signia | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Signia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |