2000 Bentley Azure vs. 1991 BMW 525
To start off, 2000 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Azure weights approximately 890 kg more than 1991 BMW 525. 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, 2000 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525. 2000 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Azure | 1991 BMW 525 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 525 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |