2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Arnage | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |