2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Azure | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Azure | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2944 mm |