2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2002 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Bentley Azure. 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, both vehicles can yield 750 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2002 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2970 mm |
