1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1949 Buick 40
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 605 kg more than 1949 Buick 40. 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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1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1949 Buick 40 | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Mulsanne | 40 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1645 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3000 mm |