2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 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 125 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911.
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) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 385 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |