1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 29 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, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Mulsanne | S4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
