2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3120 mm |
