1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, 2012 Audi S6 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 S6 (414 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne. (328 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bentley Mulsanne.
Because 2012 Audi S6 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 S6 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 (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S6. (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Mulsanne | S6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
