2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 473 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1473 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Continental GT | 616 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |