1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 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 286 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bentley | DAF |
| Model | Mulsanne | 44 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2260 mm |
