2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Spider | Azure |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 96 L |
