2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1999 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Azure.
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 Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Azure.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1999 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Brooklands | Azure |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2970 mm |