2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1999 Lexus GS | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Azure | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |