1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Azure | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
