1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 17 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 456 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2013 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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.
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1996 Bentley Azure | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Azure | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1994 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |