2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental GT.
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2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GT | Azure |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |