2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
