2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti M.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti M. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 2006 Infiniti M | |
Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
Model | Azure | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 140 mm |