1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 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 112 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. 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 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Mulsanne | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
