2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Coupe 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 364 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Coupe 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 | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Azure | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 50 L |
