2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Azure 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 218 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2010 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 661 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Azure | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |