2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1996 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1996 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | Roadster | Azure |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
