1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans 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 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Mulsanne | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
