1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 11 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 731 kg more than 2009 Infiniti G37. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Azure | G37 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
