2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1736 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 323 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
