2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2000 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 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 266 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2000 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
