1962 Alpine A 108 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 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2100 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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 818 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 108 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 Alpine A 108 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | A 108 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 6761 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 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 | 595 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 96 L |
