2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit 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) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 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) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Azure | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2310 mm |
