2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 377 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1939 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 774 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Starlet 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 | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Azure | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
