1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 580 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mulsanne | C |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
