1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Bentley Brooklands 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Brooklands Familia
Year Released 1997 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2200 mm


 

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