1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 741 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Azure | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |
