1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 BMW 750

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure 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 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 750. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 310 kg more than 2011 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 750. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 750.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Azure 2011 BMW 750
Make Bentley BMW
Model Azure 750
Year Released 1999 2011
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6745 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 5360 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 3071 mm


 

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