1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 28 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mulsanne | Impala |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
