1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
