1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 927 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Viper. (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Viper. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Viper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
