2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV 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 (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Panoz AIV.
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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Panoz AIV. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV 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 | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Bentley | Panoz |
Model | Azure | AIV |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |