2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 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 113 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2008 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3246 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
