1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 262 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Azure | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1258 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |