1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 606 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Mulsanne | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
