2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante 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 312 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Arnage | Levante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2230 mm |