2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal 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 255 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. 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, 1999 Buick Regal, 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1999 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Azure | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3789 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
