2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 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 269 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |