1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 25 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Town Car.
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 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Bentley | Lincoln |
Model | Mulsanne | Town Car |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 239 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3000 mm |