1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 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 134 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | R |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3216 mm |