2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 965. (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 965. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Azure | 965 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2270 mm |