2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 883 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
