2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1983 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW M6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1983 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | M6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
