1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 293 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 90 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 108 L |
