2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 262 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 985 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
