2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Arnage | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2370 mm |
