2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Azure. (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Viper. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Viper. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper 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 | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
