1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1985 BMW 325
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 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 282 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 325 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 | 1985 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
