1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 164 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Mulsanne | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2140 mm |
