2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2002 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 2002 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Azure | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | Dino |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2560 mm |
