2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1975 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-2 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1975 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2480 mm |
