2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1984 BMW M6. 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Azure | 1984 BMW M6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | M6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |