1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
