1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is newer by 10 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Azure | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 66 L |
