1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1954 Lincoln Premiere
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lincoln Premiere (282 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lincoln Premiere should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 350 kg more than 1954 Lincoln Premiere.
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 | 1954 Lincoln Premiere | |
| Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
| Model | Mulsanne | Premiere |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2980 mm |
