1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr 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 424 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. 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 867 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | Ford | Bentley |
Model | Zephyr | Mulsane |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3266 mm |