2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 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 262 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 949 kg more than 1996 BMW 730. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 730 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 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 730 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2793 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
