1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mulsanne | E |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2874 mm |
