1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1971 BMW 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
