2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | RX-8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2745 mm |
