1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Azure |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |