2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 14 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 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) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | 456M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
