2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 422 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Azure | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
