2005 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1800 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Bentley | Caterham |
Model | Azure | C21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2260 mm |