2001 Bentley Azure vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 11 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 191 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 825 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Azure | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2810 mm |
