2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2693 cc |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
