1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 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 205 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Azure | 420 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |