1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2007 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2007 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Mulsanne | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3310 mm |
