2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Azure | 1998 Ford Puma | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Puma |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |