1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mulsanne | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 129 L |
