1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 750 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 96 L |
