2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Audi R8

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi R8.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 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.

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2007 Bentley Azure 2011 Audi R8
Make Bentley Audi
Model Azure R8
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6760 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 451 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 90 L