1997 Bentley Continental vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2270 mm |
