1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 850 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Mulsanne | Avensis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |