1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1987 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 860 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Allante, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1987 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Azure | Allante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
