2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | 348 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
