1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 16 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Azure | S4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |