1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 14 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 422 kg more than 2010 Audi RS6.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi RS6. (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Azure | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
