2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |