2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GTC | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
