2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Azure | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |