2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1443 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. 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 GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Continental GT | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
