1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Azure | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 561 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |
