1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 8 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 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. 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) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2004 BMW 545 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 545 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |