1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 257 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Mulsanne | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
