1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 187 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 67 L |
