1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 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 173 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 915 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | C |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 62 L |