1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bentley Mulsanne 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 61 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
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 | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Mulsanne | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
