1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2005 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Abarth | Bentley |
Model | 850 | Azure |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |