2003 Bentley Azure vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1. 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Bentley Azure | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | Z1 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |