2002 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Bentley Azure.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bentley Azure. (800 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bentley Azure.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maybach |
| Model | Azure | 57 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3400 mm |
