1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 2400 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:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 2400 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3120 mm |
