1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1970 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZIL 114. (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Bentley | ZIL |
| Model | Mulsanne | 114 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3770 mm |
