1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 BMW 735
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 12 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) has 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW 735. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 BMW 735. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2008 BMW 735 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 735 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 88 L |