2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1992 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740.
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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1992 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |