1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure 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 232 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 930 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 323 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 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 323 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |