1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 27 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 469 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mulsanne | GLK |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2756 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |