2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Bentley Continental T is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Continental T | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental T | Luce |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |