1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Mulsanne | XJ |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 85 L |
