2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (376 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 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 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | 996 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |