2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 BMW M5
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 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 (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 BMW M5. (336 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 BMW M5. 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1993 BMW M5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | M5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1725 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 |