1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 453 kg more than 2011 Dodge Charger. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Mulsanne | Charger |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |