1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Azure | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
