1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Mulsanne | Expedition |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 106 L |
