1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 22 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 103 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Mulsanne | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
