1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 29 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Mulsanne | Edge |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |