1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK 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 162 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Mulsanne | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |
