2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Chimaera 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 170 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1480 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Chimaera 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 | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Bentley | TVR |
Model | Azure | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |