1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure 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 217 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 755 kg more than 2002 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Azure | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |
