2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Atenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Atenza would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda Atenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | Atenza | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2746 mm |
