2002 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2002 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 106 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Azure weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Azure | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
Model | Azure | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |