1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 BMW 840. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 840 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |