2005 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Azure | Viper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |