1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 800 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
