2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda B4000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (700 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | B4000 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 91 L |
