2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Azure 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 282 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 666 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Azure | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Azure | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 53 L |