2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW Z3
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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 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 222 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |
