2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | 208 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| 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 | 2695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 74 L |
