2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Azure | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |
