2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 233 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Azure | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |