1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indigo, 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Bentley | Tata |
| Model | Azure | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
