2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 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 350 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
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 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 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 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 316 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
