1995 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 17 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, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW X6.
Because 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2933 mm |