2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 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 320 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 626 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Azure | 460 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
