1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 3.3 | Azure |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 96 L |