1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | Luce | Continental |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3993 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |
