1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 13 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) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Azure | XF |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2908 mm |