1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Caimano | Azure |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 750 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2970 mm |