1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (388 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H2. (415 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Hummer |
| Model | Mulsanne | H2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 388 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 121 L |
