2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 3 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 454 kg more than 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports. (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Azure | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
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 | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |