1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 281 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Mulsanne | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 117 L |
