2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 157 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. 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, 1999 Buick Regal, 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Azure | 1999 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Regal |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |