2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bentley Azure.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GT | Azure |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |