1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 7 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Azure | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 305 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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |