1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | GT | Azure |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2970 mm |