1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 680 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mulsanne | C |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |