2005 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Azure | 2000 BMW 318 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 318 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |