1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti FX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Azure | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
