2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2010 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | GT | Azure |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |