1994 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda MX-3 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | MX-3 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3066 mm |
