2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Bentley | Italdesign |
Model | Azure | Nazca |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |