2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Azure | Maranello |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 509 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 105 L |