2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2430 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | State Limousine | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2480 mm |
