1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C 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 104 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (216 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (617 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Bentley Mulsanne 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Bentley Mercedes-Benz
Model Mulsanne C
Year Released 1983 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 3196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 617 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 24.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 62 L


 

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