2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy 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) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Azure | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2530 mm |