2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. 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 223 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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 587 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Azure | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |
