2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1969 BMW 2800
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800. 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1969 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1969 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1969 BMW 2800 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 2800 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |