1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | GT | Azure |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2970 mm |