1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mulsanne | S |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |