1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 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 134 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 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 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Bentley | Land Rover |
| Model | Mulsanne | 109 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2780 mm |
