1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 33 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 665 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Mulsanne | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
