1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
