1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 6 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
