2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 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 60 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 855 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (502 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | M3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
