1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 12 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 101 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Azure | GX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2789 mm |
