1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |
