1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 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 315 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 2200 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
