2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2590 mm |
