1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 23 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 90 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 96 L |
