2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 9 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, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Bentley Azure.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 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 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Azure | R8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2649 mm |
