1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane

To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport 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 344 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 775 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. 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 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.

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