1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1985 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bentley Mulsanne 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 159 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 528 kg more than 1985 Holden Statesman. 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1985 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Mulsanne | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
