2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 750 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. 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) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 1997 BMW 850 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 850 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2690 mm |