1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Azure.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bugatti Veyron. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bugatti Veyron.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2002 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
Model | Azure | Veyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 6253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |