2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 624 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87.9 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 Length | 5420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
