2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 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 197 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850.
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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW 850 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 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
