1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 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 382 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | RX-7 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | W |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2746 mm |
