2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 540 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |
