2003 Bentley Azure vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Azure 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 102 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 745 kg more than 2010 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Azure | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2761 mm |
