2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 65 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3510 mm |
