1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 16 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, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Bentley Azure. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bentley Azure. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bentley Azure.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | X6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |