1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 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) has 222 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Brooklands | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2370 mm |
