2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1968 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 Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
