2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1996 BMW 725
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 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 309 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 910 kg more than 1996 BMW 725. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 725 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 725 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 | 1996 BMW 725 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 725 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2940 mm |