2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 6 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 926 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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 646 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW 323 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 323 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |