1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1280 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 Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
