1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Azure | 408 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
