1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 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 (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 886 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Mulsanne | 800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |
