1966 Holden HD vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
| Make | Holden | Bentley |
| Model | HD | Mulsane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2208 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3266 mm |
