2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 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 151 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3.
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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 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.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |