1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 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 4 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne.
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.
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1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Mulsanne | Express |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3440 mm |