2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
