1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri 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 396 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. 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.
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1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | BMW | Bentley |
Model | Karmann Asso di Quadri | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3266 mm |