2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. 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 Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental GT | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
