2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 BMW Compact

To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact 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 258 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact 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 2001 BMW Compact
Make Bentley BMW
Model Azure Compact
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 2501 cc
Horse Power 451 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 876 Nm 237 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2695 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2130 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 63 L


 

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