1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 25 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XKR. (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Mulsanne | XKR |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 71 L |