2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 253 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 654 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Azure | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |