1999 Honda Z vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1735 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 939 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Honda | Bentley |
| Model | Z | Azure |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3117 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 96 L |
