2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Azure.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Azure | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 308 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3070 mm |
