2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
