2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 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 258 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 328 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2000 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 279 Nm |
| 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 | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
