2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 BMW 525
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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 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 235 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.9 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 | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |