1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Ford Econoline. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Azure | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3510 mm |
