1999 Audi R8R vs. 1998 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 1 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 155 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2448 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 1998 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | R8R | Azure |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |