1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 82 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Mulsanne | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
