1982 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1978 Buick Estate
To start off, 1982 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Buick Estate.
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:
| 1982 Bentley Mulsanne | 1978 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Mulsanne | Estate |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
