2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |
