2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 145 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 895 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Bentley | Acura |
| Model | Azure | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
