2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 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 95 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 67 L |
