2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 167 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 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) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 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 | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2940 mm |
