2004 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 BMW 740. 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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 740 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 751 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |