1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 847 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 65 L |
