2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 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 268 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 974 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 1998 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 320 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |