1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 560 kg more than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mulsanne | 320 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3310 mm |
