1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1999 Bentley Arnage and 1999 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Ford Escort | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |