1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 87 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mulsanne | SC |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |