1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Bentley | Land Rover |
Model | Mulsanne | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |