1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 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 301 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1930 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 500 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 | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Steyr |
Model | Mulsanne | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1850 mm |