2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (545 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Azure. (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Bugatti EB 218.
Because 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bugatti EB 218. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bugatti EB 218.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Azure | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6255 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 545 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
