1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Mulsanne | FX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2885 mm |
