1998 Mazda Levante vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 981 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Levante | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Mazda | Bentley |
Model | Levante | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2746 mm |