2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Azure. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Azure.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Azure | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |