1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | 929 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |
