1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 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 145 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 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 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Mulsanne | 66 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
