1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
