2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 169 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 854 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1981 BMW 745 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 745 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |