1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower 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 (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2004 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 MG XPower. 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG XPower. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2004 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2004 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2004 MG XPower | |
Make | Bentley | MG |
Model | Mulsanne | XPower |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |