1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1952 BMW 340
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 340 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 267 more horse power than 1952 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1952 BMW 340. 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.
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1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1952 BMW 340 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Mulsanne | 340 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |