1953 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 735 kg more than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chrysler Windsor | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
| Model | Windsor | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3266 mm |
