2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 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 333 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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 695 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2000 BMW 318 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |