2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 970 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus LFA has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus LFA 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 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Azure | LFA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 751 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2605 mm |
