1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1417 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Mazda | Bentley |
Model | Luce | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2746 mm |