2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Azure | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |