2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Roadster has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Bentley | Mini |
| Model | Azure | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2467 mm |
