2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 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 (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1994 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 Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
