1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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) has 125 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 GMC Savana. 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 (617 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Savana. (353 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Mulsanne | Savana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 117 L |
