1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 12 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 187 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1995 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 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 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 325 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |