1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 450 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (746 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Project Vantage | Azure |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 96 L |
