2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (318 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJ. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Azure | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
