2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (450 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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 (876 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Azure | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 7999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 273 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 | 5420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
