1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B 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 161 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Mulsanne | P5B |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2820 mm |