1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. 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 @ 2450 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Mulsanne | XK8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4194 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |