1976 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 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 320 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 628 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | 628 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |