2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 156 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
