2004 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead 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 182 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Azure | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| 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 | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
