2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 920 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Azure | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | 928 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |