1998 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental 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 254 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3. 1998 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
