1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 746 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |