1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1476 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Brooklands | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
