2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 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 196 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2005 BMW 630. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 630 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
