1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure 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 2 more horse power than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2890 mm |
