1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart 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 211 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Mulsanne | Dart |
Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |