1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2004 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2004 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alpine | Bentley |
Model | A 610 | Azure |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 751 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |