2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX 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 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Azure | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1973 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
