1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 15 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 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 550 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3066 mm |