2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1743 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2480 mm |
