1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 925 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 1998 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 525 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2497 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 | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
