1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 141 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Mulsanne | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |