2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental Flying Spur | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
