1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mulsanne | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
