1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | Panamera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 100 L |