1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 10 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 794 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Azure | XLR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |