2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 88 L |
