1972 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 843 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Maverick | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3266 mm |
