1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 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 309 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1959 DAF 600 | |
Make | Bentley | DAF |
Model | Mulsanne | 600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 28 L |