1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mulsanne | Viano |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |