1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 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 98 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Mulsanne | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3070 mm |
