1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Brooklands | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
