2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Azure | 745 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 88 L |
