1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Mazda Chante

To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1958 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Continental 1975 Mazda Chante
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Continental Chante
Year Released 1998 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 359 cc
Horse Power 421 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 492 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2210 mm