2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1020 mm |
