2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 BMW 3
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1974 BMW 3. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1974 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1974 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1974 BMW 3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2700 mm |