1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati 450. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Mulsanne | 450 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |