1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 40 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), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1240 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Mazda | Bentley |
Model | Luce | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5998 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |