1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 | 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mulsanne | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
