2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1993 BMW 5.8
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 5.8. (786 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 5.8. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 5.8 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 5.8 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 | 1993 BMW 5.8 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 5.8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 786 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
