1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 739 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 (610 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Mulsanne | Excursion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2989 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 167 L |