2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Azure | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
