1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 460 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
