2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Azure 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 208 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
