1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Mulsanne | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
