2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2155 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 776 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Caterham | Bentley |
Model | 7 | Azure |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3117 mm |