2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Azure. (452 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GT | Azure |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 452 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |