1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Mulsanne | Patrol |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 617 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 135 L |