2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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 11 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 645 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
