2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | Spider | Azure |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 876 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |