2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Brera | Azure |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 6747 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 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 | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
