2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 528 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 74 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 BMW 528. 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) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 2000 BMW 528 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 528 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |