2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mazda | Bentley |
| Model | RX-8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
