2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 441 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.

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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bentley Azure.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Azure 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Bentley Mercedes-Benz
Model Azure SL
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 800 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 87 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 2009 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2570 mm


 

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