1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 857 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 736 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotec |
| Model | Mulsanne | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
