2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 286 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2280 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | State Limousine | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2520 mm |
