2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 927 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Azure | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 98 L |
