1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 408 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 863 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2013 Bentley Mulsane has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Mulsane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Sunbird | Mulsane |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3266 mm |