2006 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2006 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2006 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Azure | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3246 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 338 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 60 L |
