2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 985 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 965. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | 965 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2270 mm |