1999 Bentley Azure vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 869 kg more than 2007 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Azure | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Azure | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2930 mm |