1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 14 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, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 867 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Bentley | SSC |
| Model | Azure | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
