1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial 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 (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Mulsanne | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3800 mm |
