1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 1900 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3120 mm |
