1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 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 90 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 950 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Mulsanne | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
