1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 31 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 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 865 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Mulsanne | 120 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
