1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Mulsanne | Mustang |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 59 L |