2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 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 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
