2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2009 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | 456M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5474 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 | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 110 L |
