2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Azure | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
