1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Mulsanne | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |
