1996 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Continental | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | B3000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |