2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 BMW 323
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure 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 276 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. 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 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 323 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 | 2008 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
