2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (400 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 400 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Azure | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
