1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | A 110 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 96 L |
