1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 56 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 820 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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 | 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mulsanne | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
