2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Lancia Thesis 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 268 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 Lancia Thesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Thesis. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2009 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Azure | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |
