2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2002 BMW Formula One
To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Azure 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 85 more horse power than 2002 BMW Formula One. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Formula One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 800 kg more than 2002 BMW Formula One. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Formula One. (355 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Formula One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2002 BMW Formula One | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | Formula One |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 3246 cc |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
