1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2002 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2002 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 19 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2002 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2002 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Bentley | Bugatti |
| Model | Mulsanne | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
