1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 662 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 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 (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Mulsanne | CTS |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 24.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |