1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z 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 (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z.
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. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z has manual transmission. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z 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 | 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z | |
| Make | Bentley | Zagato |
| Model | Mulsanne | Ferrari 3Z |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
