1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 27 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 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 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 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Mulsanne | 523 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
