2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (416 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 980 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Azure | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 416 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |